We Are All Trying Here episode 6 is yet another emotional episode for Dong-man and Eun-a as they name their “unknown” emotions.
On May 3, We Are All Trying Here episode 6 premiered on Netflix. This episode features several emotional scenes for Dong-man and Eun-a. Dong-man sees Jin-man in a life-and-death situation again. Meanwhile, Eun-a recalls what happened during her childhood when Jeong-hui left her. Dong-man calls his “unknown” emotion a plea for help, which Eun-a resonates with.
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Eun-a’s Purpose in Life in We Are All Trying Here Episode 6
We Are All Trying Here episode 6 opens with Dong-man in full creative flow. He writes with intensity. Moreover, he credits his inspiration to love. Hye-jin’s earlier outburst still lingers in his mind. In addition, her act of throwing a rock through the bar window only deepens his excitement about her.
Elsewhere, Eun-a finds a reason to meet Dong-man. She brings kimchi made by her grandmother. Soon after, they agree to share a meal together. Dong-man rushes home, but his plans fall apart. Jin-man returns unexpectedly. Dong-man had believed Jin-man went to harvest cabbage, but he was wrong. As a result, tension fills the room.
The three sit down to eat. The atmosphere turns awkward. Jin-man breaks the silence and asks Eun-a about her purpose in life. Meanwhile, both Dong-man and Eun-a’s watches glow red. The moment feels heavy and uncertain.
Eun-a finally speaks. She says she wants to become a strong mother. Furthermore, she wants to stay calm even when everything around her collapses. Her words mirror her own emotional struggles. Hearing this, Jin-man softens. He signs a poetry book for her. In addition, he writes a message wishing her strength as a future mother.
Dong-man Saves Jin-man
Hye-jin confronts Gyeong-se about his writing. She criticizes his scripts for feeling outdated and rigid. Furthermore, she pushes him to seek help. She believes Eun-a can revive his work and modernize his style.
That evening, Eun-a faces an emotional setback. Jeong-hui calls her and uses her old name, Si-on. She also calls herself Eun-a’s mother. Eun-a reacts immediately and hangs up. However, the call unsettles her for the rest of the night.
Elsewhere, Jeong-hui does not stop. She continues messaging Eun-a. Soon after, someone uploads a school photo online. The post mentions a poorly wrapped gimbap. When Eun-a sees it at work, she panics. In addition, the image triggers a painful memory. She once made that gimbap as a child.
Meanwhile, Dong-man arrives at the bar in a burst of energy. He makes himself comfortable right away. He banters with Gyeong-se and shifts the conversation toward writing. Furthermore, he argues that everyone tries too hard. He insists inspiration works best when left alone.
Dong-man grows confident and erratic. He declares that he will soon reach the top. However, the night takes a dark turn. He discovers Jin-man attempting to hang himself in the bathroom. Dong-man acts fast and saves him. After that, he stays home from work to watch over his brother.
Despite this, Jin-man leaves for work again the next day. His behavior hints at deeper struggles. Moreover, the episode reveals more of his past depression.
Earlier references to Yeong-sil resurface, but a new truth emerges. Jin-man has a daughter he never knew he had. She was adopted without his knowledge after his divorce. The mother consented to the adoption. In addition, Jin-man’s whereabouts were unknown at the time. As a result, the process moved forward without him.
Eun-a’s Favor to Jeong-hui
Eun-a attends a meeting with Director Choi. Mi-ran expresses frustration over the poor performance of the latest film. Furthermore, she criticizes Eun-a’s understanding of the character.
Eun-a responds with confidence. She presents a new script and defends her direction. She explains that the character acts on emotion and avoids overthinking. In addition, she argues that this approach suits Mi-ran’s strengths as an actress.
Mi-ran reacts angrily at first. However, she eventually agrees to proceed with the project. She also warns Eun-a not to flatter her and to stay honest moving forward.
That afternoon, Gyeong-se and Dong-man discuss their complicated dynamic. Their relationship swings between rivalry and reluctant understanding. Moreover, Gyeong-se begins to soften toward Dong-man after hearing Yeong-su’s earlier remarks.
Elsewhere, Eun-a contacts Jeong-hui. Jeong-hui tries to make amends. She offers to support Eun-a’s studies and future plans. However, Eun-a rejects her gestures.
Jeong-hui remains unaware that her ex-husband has already passed away. Still, Eun-a refuses to accept her explanations. She brings up her own hardships and sets a condition. She tells Jeong-hui to stay silent about her existence. In addition, she promises to do the same.
Flashbacks reveal more of their strained history. Jeong-hui appears harsh and emotionally abusive toward Eun-a before she left. Later, Jeong-hui wins an award for her latest film. She delivers a speech dedicated to mothers and daughters with imperfect relationships. As she leaves the stage, she twists her ankle.
Unknown Becomes “Help Me”
Dong-man visits Ximfit for an assessment. A worker reviews his data and flags a pattern. She explains that his emotion reading labeled “unknown” appears repeatedly. Furthermore, she links both recorded cases to moments when Dong-man stopped Jin-man from attempting suicide.
The worker then introduces another case. She says Eun-a also shows the same “unknown” emotion. In addition, she explains Eun-a’s history of abandonment as a child. The system interprets her emotional pattern as “self-destructive.”
Dong-man rejects that label. He reframes it immediately. He calls it a “cry for help.” Moreover, he renames it as “help me.” After the session, Dong-man and Eun-a stay quiet for a while. The weight of the information settles between them. Eventually, they break the silence and hug.
Later, they go for coffee. There, they make a mutual decision. They agree to support each other moving forward. Elsewhere, Dong-man returns home. He talks to Jin-man. He suggests they search for Yeong-sil together.
Episode 6 of We Are All Trying Here delivers another emotional punch for viewers. Dong-man and Eun-a’s struggles become clearly visible. Furthermore, the “unknown” emotion in their watches finally finds a voice—“help me.” It reveals a plea. It reflects a helpless cry from someone who never learned how to ask for help. Moreover, it suggests they never knew who they could turn to in the first place.
Catch the next episode of We Are All Trying Here on May 9 on Netflix. It airs every Saturday and Sunday at 10:40 PM KST or 9:40 PM PHT.
Sources: JTBC Drama, JTBC (Instagram)
